Science Communication
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Susie Martin, Certified Consulting Meteorologist
With a background spanning broadcast meteorology, forensic weather analysis, and weather risk communication, she helps organizations and clients make informed decisions through weather intelligence. A Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) and Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM), Martin brings extensive experience translating complex weather information into clear, actionable insights for both public audiences and clients across a range of industries.
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: “Ornamental twilight,” heat deaths, hurricane eyes
The latest research from AMS journals discusses heat deaths and warning thresholds, forecasting "flaming clouds", hurricane reconnaissance, increased U.S. precipitation volatility, and more.
Authors
Richard C. J. Somerville on the Science of Climate Change
In his new book, Climate Change Science: An Essential Reader, Richard C. J. Somerville describes cutting-edge climate change science in language that everyone can understand.
People
Joe Martucci on Digital Meteorology
Joe Martucci is president and director of meteorology at Cup A Joe Weather and Drone, where he delivers hyperlocal Jersey Shore forecasts, digital content, and consulting services with a focus on community-centered weather communication. A dual AMS sealholder, Martucci made history as the first Certified Digital Meteorologist (CDM).
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In Memoriam: Remembering Jack Williams
Jack Williams, former American Meteorological Society employee and author ofThe AMS Weather Book: The Ultimate Guide to America’s Weather, passed away on March 21, 2026, at the age of 89. Jack was the founding editor of the USA Today weather page and wrote seven popular books on weather and related subjects, some of which were published by National Geographic.
People
In Memoriam: Robert Beardsley
Robert (“Bob”) Beardsley, long a central figure in the continental shelf physical oceanography community, passed away from complications of Alzheimer’s disease on December 16, 2025.
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: Mississippi River, Ocean Carbon Storage, Gender and Floods
Research published in "early online" format in journals of the American Meteorological society discusses how gender affects flood mortality, U.S. ranchers and climate change, underestimations of Southern Ocean carbon uptake, terrain and tornadoes, increasing atmospheric rivers, and the future of Mississippi River water.
People
Broadcaster Spotlight: Beyond the Forecast
Kevin Lemanowicz is a longtime New England broadcast meteorologist best known for his long career forecasting in the Boston market, most recently serving as chief meteorologist at Boston 25 News. A graduate of Cornell University and an AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist, Lemanowicz spent more than 30 years communicating complex New England weather to viewers while also providing operational weather guidance to organizations across the region. Throughout his career, he has been committed to advancing both scientific communication and community engagement.
People
In Memoriam: Eugenia Kalnay
Eugenia Kalnay, who made highly consequential theoretical and practical contributions to a wide range of scientific subjects, especially numerical weather prediction and predictability, and who was a beloved mentor to generations of students, passed away on August 13, 2024.
AMS Updates
Meet 2026 AMS President Alan Sealls
As Alan Sealls steps into his role as 2026 AMS President, he carries with him decades of experience across broadcasting, education, communication, and service to both AMS and the broader weather, water, and climate enterprise.
